TRon Posted March 11, 2022 Share Posted March 11, 2022 2 minutes ago, gbandit said: I'd say he was almost entirely anonymous but did a lot of running Fair enough, his job at that point would be to protect the lead, so he would mostly be just looking to close any gaps. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
1964 Posted March 11, 2022 Share Posted March 11, 2022 I would say quietly effective without doing anything significant Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thumbheed Posted March 16, 2022 Share Posted March 16, 2022 This is why I'll always think there's something there with this lad. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
loki679 Posted March 16, 2022 Share Posted March 16, 2022 Not good enough, get rid. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thiago Posted March 16, 2022 Share Posted March 16, 2022 He's had an odd few years. Rafa saw quality in him as a shielding DM that could read the game in front of him and make smart passes quickly and effectively. I liked him in that role too, but I think he often was a bit deeper. As a box to box midfielder I'm not convinced he has the engine to get around the pitch and be consistent on the ball. I like him though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCormick Posted March 16, 2022 Share Posted March 16, 2022 I think his engine is fine, it’s his lack of athleticism that limits him imo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thumbheed Posted March 16, 2022 Share Posted March 16, 2022 The thing is he's always up there with the pressing stats and seemingly up there with the tackles as well and we know or knew at least that he had real quality on the ball so unless injuries have absolutely robbed him of that quality there's surely still a brilliant player in there? It's not like he didn't hold his own against 2 of the very best midfielders in the world. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wormy Posted March 16, 2022 Share Posted March 16, 2022 2 hours ago, Thumbheed said: This is why I'll always think there's something there with this lad. Is it just me or is this account's tables pure eye AIDS? I can never focus on them for too long to even find the player I'm interested in. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Consortium of one Posted March 17, 2022 Share Posted March 17, 2022 Again we come back to Bruce's tactical naivety. Longstaff, under Rafa, most likely had a well defined role: break up play, lay the ball off quickly, keep the ball moving in the buildup and hover outside the opponents box in possession. Bruce probably just told him to sit deeper and clear the ball. When everyone is sitting deep, who do you pass the ball to? There was no spacing. Some players were thinking "Should I break forward? Nah, maybe I should sit back." We were an absolute mess. I can't honestly evaluate any player's performance under the shit show produced by that fat, tub o' lard. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCK Posted March 17, 2022 Share Posted March 17, 2022 HOOF THE BALL TO ANDY, LAD! He's on the benc... You heard what I said, pigears. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoot Posted March 29, 2022 Share Posted March 29, 2022 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thiago Posted March 29, 2022 Share Posted March 29, 2022 Ha, seems a nice enough lad. On a related note, I'm mildly surprised how much the content has ramped up post takeover. It doesn't appear that they've added new faces but all of a sudden they're doing all kinds of content you'd associate with a top flight club. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gbandit Posted March 29, 2022 Share Posted March 29, 2022 Team spirit looks absolutely class Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted March 29, 2022 Share Posted March 29, 2022 Was looking where to post that. Here's the full thing. "Am sweating like a cunt" Tindal's tan Longstaff being blinded because his suncream gets in his eyes Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Luque Posted March 29, 2022 Share Posted March 29, 2022 Shelvey at 17:40 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
huss9 Posted March 29, 2022 Share Posted March 29, 2022 no more "let's play!" can see why the fitness levels have improved so much. nice to see Mehdad out there. Really got the bug hasnt he? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookie1892 Posted March 31, 2022 Share Posted March 31, 2022 He is surprisingly very vocal, didnt realise that about him but its good to see Loves Matt Ritchie haha Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted April 1, 2022 Share Posted April 1, 2022 On 29/03/2022 at 21:37, Kid Icarus said: Was looking where to post that. Here's the full thing. Hide contents "Am sweating like a cunt" Tindal's tan Longstaff being blinded because his suncream gets in his eyes Enjoyed watching that more than the last 3 years of games. Cheers. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gbandit Posted April 30, 2022 Share Posted April 30, 2022 interesting, not seen anything too impressive from him under Howe yet but maybe he feels Longstaff can be moulded into a player Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smal Posted April 30, 2022 Share Posted April 30, 2022 That’s surprising tbh but Howe obviously knows something we don’t Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0cafella Posted April 30, 2022 Share Posted April 30, 2022 Long contract for someone who should be a squad player at best. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted April 30, 2022 Share Posted April 30, 2022 To be fair, there looked a player there under Rafa. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PauloGeordio Posted April 30, 2022 Share Posted April 30, 2022 1 minute ago, The Prophet said: To be fair, there looked a player there under Rafa. Just had that conversation with a work m8, once unBruced and self belief restored working with a manager you can trust and believe in! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stifler Posted April 30, 2022 Share Posted April 30, 2022 He’s be a decent squad player under the right manager. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nortoon Posted April 30, 2022 Share Posted April 30, 2022 Need 4 homegrown players for Europe. So who are the best homegrown? Longstaff x2, Anderson and a 3rd choice gk for me, woodman? Unless we buy mbabu who would count. Nothing wrong with keeping Sean right now, our midfield is good and we can use the budget on other positions. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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